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Demons happy to enter Lions' new AFLW den

Mick Stinear says Melbourne will embrace the challenge of playing the AFLW decider in Brisbane. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Its selection as AFLW grand final host was contentious but Brisbane's new venue holds no fears for Melbourne as they prepare to head north.

The 10,000-capacity Brighton Homes Arena - part of the Lions' state-of-the-art Springfield headquarters - will have its first competitive fixture with next Sunday's season decider.

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